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Compare bus and train for Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, and a bus costs an average of $52.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$34 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA costing on average $52 (€43).
Other travel options to West Hollywood, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 35m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.88 (€-12.26). The journey takes 2h 35m versus 1h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
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Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at West Hollywood, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
Most Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA trains use the Santa Barbara Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Barbara, CA and West Hollywood, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Barbara, CA station do trains to West Hollywood, CA leave from?
Getting to Santa Barbara Station from Santa Barbara city centre
Santa Barbara Station train station facilities and services
Santa Barbara Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Lark, Santo Mezcal
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Barbara Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Barbara Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Barbara Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Barbara Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Californian, Harbor View Inn, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara.
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